West End district famed for entertainment since the 19th century
Burberry has reported a turnaround with profits returning and sales stabilising, driven by scarves and the new Cotswolds handbag line. The brand is expanding silk scarves and renewing focus on British heritage while facing mixed performance in Europe and the Middle East.
The Supreme Court, in an unsigned 6-3 decision, has upheld Pedro Hernandez’s murder conviction for Etan Patz, reversing a lower court that had granted him a new trial. The ruling clarifies the limits of federal review over state court decisions and preserves a decades-long effort by Manhattan prosecutors. Patz disappeared in 1979, becoming a national symbol in the search for missing children.
KFC has announced a revamp that includes Open House, new sauces, and a refreshed Colonel Sanders look. The first Open House prototype will open in McKinney, Texas, later this summer, with table service, drive-thru and takeout. The chain is expanding its boneless items and introducing 20-plus sauces, including Chimichurri Ranch and Hot Honey Habanero, as part of a broader reinvention.
London’s Pride parade has drawn more than 35,000 marchers from 600 groups, with temperatures reaching 28C. Activists urge ongoing protection of LGBTQ+ rights as authorities warn of a zero-tolerance stance on hate crime. The event marks a push for greater trans healthcare access and safe spaces, while London unveils plans for WorldPride 2032.
Airbnb has purchased a landmarked six-story Beaux-Arts building at 281 Park Avenue South for $81.5 million to house a major New York employee hub. The deal underscores the company’s long‑term commitment to the city amid ongoing tension over tight short-term rental rules.